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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPROCLAMATION Mental Health Month 2005-05tkU7 Qtt añ,(otorabo rod nation WHEREAS,mental health is ctical for our well-being and vitality as well as that of our families,communities and businesses;and WHEREAS,the President’s New Freedom Commission declared that mental disorders and mental health problems affect people of all backgrounds and all stages of life,and no one is immune;and WHEREAS,the World Health Organization found that mental illnesses rank first in terms of causing disability in the United States and,collectively,are the most prevalent health problem in America today-more common than cancer, and lung and heart disease combined;and WHEREAS,one in 10 children has a serious mental health disorder that,if untreated,can lead to school failure,physical illness,substance abuse and even suicide;and WHEREAS,mental health disorders such as schizophrenia,depression and anxiety disorders are real,common and treatable illnesses;an WHEREAS,the U.S.Surgeon General has found that a range of mental health treatments of documented efficacy exists for most mental disorders;and WHEREAS,Estes Park,Colorado has made a commitment to community-based systems of mental health care for all residents;and WHEREAS,the National Mental Health Association,the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare and their national partners observe Mental Health Month each May to raise awareness and understanding of mental health and illness. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park do hereby proclaim May 2005 as Mental Health Month in Estes Park.As the Mayor,I also call upon all Estes Park citizens,government agencies,public and private institutions,businesses and schools to recommit our community to increasing awareness and understanding of mental illness and the need for appropriate and accessible services for all oeople with mental illnesses. - In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and caused this seal to be affixed. ZL A1 John Baudek,Mayor Attest:. May 10,2005 ©1995-MunlcDaI Awc,I B 256)739-5951